Lura Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Lura has its origins in Latin, meaning 'light' or 'moon.' It has evolved through various forms, including Loura in Old French. The name evokes traits of elegance and charm and has no significant biblical relevance. Its popularity rose in the late 19th century, and it is currently seen as a unique choice.
The name Lura is most popular in West Virginia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Lura has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Lura' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7545th out of 7545 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 466th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 761st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1272nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2471st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4189th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10733rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9857th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lura' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lura"
Pronunciation
/ˈlʊərə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Lura is derived from the Latin word 'lura,' which means 'the goddess of the moon.' It is also thought to be related to the word 'lure,' referring to something that attracts or tempts.
Meaning
light, moon
Language Evolution
Lura (Latin), Loura (Old French), Lura (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Lura gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a feminine name with a melodic quality.
Variants & Derivatives
Loura, Lurabelle, Lurana
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Lura is perceived as a unique and vintage name that carries an air of elegance and charm. It is not widely used, making it stand out.
Famous People
Lura Lynn Ryan, an American author, Lura, a popular singer-songwriter known for her folk music
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lura"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Lura"
"Lura" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 7545th of 7545 | 5 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 466th of 9107 | 3,775 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 761st of 9204 | 1,632 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1272nd of 12526 | 1,258 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2471st of 19264 | 504 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4189th of 27321 | 357 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 10733rd of 35406 | 141 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 9857th of 30306 | 121 |
Regional Popularity of "Lura" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Lura" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
35.24% 499th/1416 |
65.12% 898th/1379 |
16.99% 402nd/2366 |
58.93% 673rd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
57.70% 892nd/1546 |
75.06% 1168th/1556 |
26.01% 612th/2353 |
82.93% 1283rd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
60.84% 1355th/2227 |
100.00% 2430th/2430 |
43.08% 1229th/2853 |
47.14% 1308th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
- |
78.14% 2749th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 3685th/3685 |
- |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
93.73% 5921st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lura"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lura" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.